tUnderstanding Heaven: Max Lucado’s “Obsess Yourself with Heaven” Video
Focus on Eternal Perspectives
In “Obsess Yourself with Heaven,” Max Lucado encourages viewers to focus on the eternal perspective of heaven. In particular, he highlights that our earthly lives are temporary, and aligning our thoughts with the promises of heaven can provide hope and purpose. Then, the pastor cites Hebrews 12:2, which advises believers to “fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of faith,” emphasizing that Jesus is the central figure in our eternal future.
The Importance of Heavenly Mindset
Lucado argues that having a heavenly mindset is crucial for spiritual growth. He references Colossians 3:2, which states,
“Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.”
This shifts focus from temporary concerns to eternal promises helps believers navigate lifeβs challenges with a sense of peace and assurance.
Living with Eternal Hope
The video underscores that our hope in heaven influences our daily lives. Lucado uses 2 Corinthians 4:17 (NASB) to illustrate that,
“our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all.”
By keeping our eyes on the eternal glory, we can endure present difficulties with a more profound sense of purpose and hope.
Practical Steps to Obsess Over Heaven
The well-known Christian minister offers practical advice for cultivating a focus on heaven. First, he encourages regular prayer, meditation on Scripture, and reflection on the promises of eternal life. Then, the pastor draws on Revelation 21:4, which describes a future where
“He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain.”
Suddenly, this vision of a perfect future helps believers maintain a hopeful outlook and stay grounded in their faith.
In summary, “Obsess Yourself with Heaven” by Max Lucado is a call to elevate our focus from earthly concerns to the promises of heaven. By understanding and living in light of these promises, believers can find enduring hope and purpose.
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Amen! Itβs a lesson Iβve learned over the years (Iβm 64). I am Roman Catholic, born and raised. I accepted Jesus as my Lord and Savior in Kansas City, Kansas at an international Charismatic convention back in February of 1978. However, itβs taken me this long to learn this valuable lesson. THIS WORLD IS NOT OUR HOME! Jesus tells us that we are meant for so much more! HE is where our true comfort lies, where we find TRUE peace and contentment that really does go beyond ALL understanding. But there will always be a longing in our hearts as we journey in this life. Nothing in this world will ever satisfy this longing. We will not be βsettledβ until we are finally at Home in Heaven finally in Godβs Holy Presence forever. Thank you, dearest Max Lucado, for saying βyesβ to Godβs call on your life. You have helped keep this child of God on the path toward Heaven.
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@Annie Romanowski how can I pray for you
THANK YOU SO MUCH MR.
LUCADO:
I REALY APRΓCIATE E EACH
OF YOUR MESSAGES. Itβs SO WONDERFUL TO BE ABLE TO HAVE THE HONOR TO KNOW ABOUT YOU. MY HOLY HEAVENLY LORD AND FATHER BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY FOREVER. THANKS FOR SHARING ALL YOUR KNOWLEDGE THAT MY DIVINE LORD AND FATHER GAVE YOU. MY APPRECIATION TO BE FOREVER TO YOU.
BLESSINGS AND GRATITUDE.
SINCERELY.:
MARIE TORRES.
FROM:
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS.
Thank you, Max. God bless you.
Pastor Max, thank you so very much. Nothing like a refresher course to help with my vision. Love the way your videos pop up when they are needed the most.
I pray that I can do this. I tend to focus on the here and now and struggle to focus on the future despite the fact that I have bulletproof faith in God.
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Thank you Max I was waiting for my heavenly home since many years but now it’s burning in my heart to see Jesus ! All the glory to our Savior King Jesus ! Shalom !
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Bless you Max and thank you for your teaching.
Oh Max!!!! I met you once in NYC and asked βHow I could pray for YOUβ and you were so gracious!!
You just GET IT-ALL of it!!
ALL the various ways & mediums to tell the world about Jesus!! And my spirit resonates with your Holy Spirit Heart!! THIS MESSAGE spoke to me so deeply because Iβve been imagining my βTreehouseβ in heaven for years!!! I have one foot in this world running my race and one in heaven walking around-praising Jesus with all the saintsβ€πβ€Most Pastors hear my heart on heaven and watching for Jesus and they just smileβ¦
THANK YOU for this message Maxβ€πβ€ See you one day in the new neighbourhood!!πππππ€©π
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2:13 “fatalistic frets of hope”
I thought this was such an interesting and illustrative phrase. I sat with it for a moment to bring myself to what I thought Mr. Lucado meant by it as the combination of words were counter-my-intuitive. How keen it is to notice human beings’ tendency to pretend to hope!
My eyes are surely lifted by pastor Max’s word today. Thank you, my Lord Jesus!
Thankyou Max for your words of comfort,I will keep my mind on Heavenly things instead of worrying about things here on earth .
I miss your videos posted in the comfort of your home. During the days of covid your time and effort spent making these videos carried me at times. God bless you Lucado and always appreciate the truth you preach!
Thanks for the encouraging words! Was having a bout of depression! And Your message really lifted me up.
Thank you for such a beautiful and inspirational story!
AMEN MY BROTHER!!! MY MUM AND PA; WHEN THEY HAD PASSED ON MADE SURE THAT WE WOULD PLACE A DESSERT FORK CRADDLED IN EACH OF THEIR HANDS; KNOWING THAT THE BEST IS YET TO COME!!! SEE YOU AT THE FEAST!!! IN KING JESUS’ HOLY NAME AMEN!!! I LOVE YOUR BOOKS TOO I THINK I HAVE READ MOST OFTHEM!!! ETERNAL LOVE AND DEEP RIVERS OF PLESSINGS FOREVER AND EVER AMEN
And this is how you do it.Read Within Heaven’s Gates by Rebecca Springer.The greatest testimony ever given of someone who went to heaven and came back to tell about it.I have seen a enormous amount of people helped over the years by giving them this book.Two women were literally delivered of suicide during this past Christmas week when I gave them this autobiography.It removes the fear of dying.π
I agree! I love this book. The Lord led me to it, and I bought it without really realizing what I didβ¦until I read it. It has helped me so much and Iβve read it a few times. I think Iβll read it again!
Thank you Pstr Max! Love from the Philippines π
I really needed this. I truely feel that’s why no matter how happy you are there is always something missing. It’s because we will never be fully happy because we long to be home in heaven with our heavenly father.
Thank youβ¦I needed this reminder! Heaven is my favorite subject and I havenβt been thinking about it as much lately. Iβve been worried too much and this is what will help, I know! π
Your books a true works of the Holy Spirit, i am from Portugal, and i got two of your books. And i have already cried sometimes. God Bless You In Jesus Name! Amen!